5-Day Kerala Itinerary - Jungle Safari, Waterfalls, Beaches, and House Boating

  1. Day 1: Wayanad Jungle Safari
    2 hours 40 minutes (85.6 km) from Calicut International Airport

    Experience a wildlife safari at Wayanad Wildlife Sanctuary. Keep your eyes peeled for elephants, tigers, leopards, and other exotic wildlife. You can also visit the Edakkal Caves or Soochipara Falls.

  2. Day 2: Athirapilly Waterfalls and Fort Kochi
    6 hours 10 minutes (235 km) from Wayanad Jungle Safari

    Visit the majestic Athirapilly Waterfalls, one of the largest waterfalls in India. After, head to Fort Kochi to take a stroll through the historic streets and visit landmarks like St. Francis Church, the Chinese Fishing Nets, and the Jewish Synagogue.

  3. Day 3: Munnar
    3 hours 30 minutes (129.5 km) from Fort Kochi

    Explore the hill town of Munnar with panoramic views of lush green hillsides, tea plantations, and beautiful waterfalls. Visit Echo Point, Kundala Lake, Top Station, or the Tata Tea Museum.

  4. Day 4: Alleppey House Boating
    4 hours 30 minutes (154 km) from Munnar

    Experience the famous backwaters of Kerala and hire a houseboat to enjoy the beautiful scenery and local villages. You can see various species of birds while traversing the backwaters with your loved ones.

  5. Day 5: Varkala Beach
    2 hours 50 minutes (111 km) from Alleppey House Boating

    Soak up the sun and enjoy the clear blue waters of Varkala Beach, surrounded by beautiful cliffs and palm trees. You can also visit the Janardhana Swamy Temple or the Sivagiri Mutt.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Wayanad Jungle Safari (4 hours, INR 350/person)
  • Athirapilly Waterfalls (2-3 hours, INR 40/person)
  • Fort Kochi (2-3 hours, Free)
  • Munnar (1-2 days, INR 1000/person)
  • Alleppey House Boating (1 day, INR 10,000/boat)
  • Varkala Beach (1-2 days, Free)
  • Total Estimated Costs: INR 11,390/person

Useful Tips

If you have more time, you can add a visit to Kovalam Beach or the Padmanabhaswamy Temple in Thiruvananthapuram. If you have less time, you can skip either Fort Kochi or Varkala Beach. Keep in mind that some attractions may require advanced bookings.

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